Case study · Great-toe gangrene with sepsis and arterial occlusion
Great-toe gangrene after revascularisation
Left great-toe gangrene with sepsis, tibial artery occlusion and dorsalis pedis artery occlusion.
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Presentation
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Clinical care
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Follow-up
Clinical context
Presentation and assessment.
52-year-old male. This was a vascular-compromised diabetic foot requiring restoration of circulation before definitive wound management.
Care pathway documented in this case
- Angioplasty to restore circulation
- Ray amputation of the left great toe
- Collagen dressing within the wound-management plan
Outcome & follow-up
Progress is recorded with context.
The presentation records wound closure in 50 days with sepsis control and clinical stabilisation.
This is a consent-led clinical record. Individual treatment pathways and outcomes vary for every patient.
A qualified clinician must assess an individual wound, circulation, sensation and infection risk before recommending care.
Clinical image record
The documented care journey.
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A considered next step
Every case needs its own assessment and plan.
This record illustrates one patient journey. Speak with the MMC team to understand what assessment and care may be appropriate for your situation.